FDP (Faculty Development Programme)
Virtual
University of Mumbai National Level one week Faculty Developement Program
About This Event
International Journal of Contemporary Legal Research (IJCLR) in association with University of Mumbai and Global research forum is pleased to announce one week Faculty Development Programme in Research Methodology for faculty members, Research Guides and Ph.D. research scholars. This programme aims to strengthen paticpants’understanding contemporary issues and application of research methodology in social science / Legal research.
It will be recognized as a part of the coursework requirement for Ph.D. scholars, and A refresher course for young faculty members.
Schedule
Day 1 Foundations and Lifecycle Management
| 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Inaugural Address & Program Overview |
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | Administrative and Lifecycle Management of Ph.D. Research Work Navigating university guidelines, tracking progress, managing supervisory relationships, and coursework compliance. Defining legal and social science research, doctrinal vs. non-doctrinal research, and foundational epistemological approaches. |
| 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM |
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: CONCEPTS, APPROACHES & TOOLS Defining legal and social science research, doctrinal vs. non-doctrinal research, and foundational epistemological approaches.
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Day 2 Blueprinting the Research
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | RESEARCH PLANNING AND DESIGN – PART 1 Identifying research gaps, formulating research questions, and defining the scope and limitations of the study. |
| 03:00 AM – 05:00 PM | RESEARCH PLANNING AND DESIGN – PART 2 Hypothesis construction, variables in social sciences, and structuring the research proposal for institutional approval. |
Day 3 Execution and Analysis
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | DATA COLLECTION METHODS Primary vs. secondary data sources, survey design, interview techniques, and utilizing legal databases and archives. |
| 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM | DATA ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES Qualitative and quantitative analysis methods, interpreting statutory data, and case law analysis techniques. |
Day 4 Documentation and Academic Integrity
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | ACADEMIC WRITING AND RESEARCH PRESENTATION Structuring chapters, drafting literature reviews, developing a cohesive academic voice, and effective defense/presentation strategies. |
| 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM | PRACTICAL GUIDANCE ON RESEARCH DOCUMENTATION AND ETHICAL STANDARDS Avoiding plagiarism, understanding citation styles, copyright issues, and ethical considerations in legal and social science fieldwork. |
Day 5 Modern Tools and Global Dissemination
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | TECHNOLOGY IN RESEARCH Utilizing reference management software (Mendeley, Zotero), advanced search strategies, and AI tools in academic drafting and literature mapping. |
| 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM | PUBLICATION OF RESEARCH PAPERS Selecting the right journal, understanding the peer-review process, formatting for submission, and addressing reviewers' comments. |
Day 6 Coursework Examination Assessment Test
| 11:00 AM – 01:00 PM | COURSEWORK EXAMINATION ASSESSMENT TEST Comprehensive written exam and/or practical test designed to evaluate the participants' grasp of research methodology, ethical standards, and research design. (Mandatory for Ph.D. scholars claiming coursework credit.) |
| 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM | OPEN FORUM & PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK Open Q&A with experts, discussion of test case scenarios, and sharing of research experiences among peers. |
Keynotes
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Dr. V. Vijayakumar
Former Vice Chancellor
Vice Chancellor of Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai
Dr. V. Vijayakumar is the Professor of Eminence in the School of Law. He is the former Vice Chancellor of National Law Institute University, Bhopal. He was a professor at National Law School of India University. He has also served as the Vice Chancellor of Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai from 2010 to 2013. He is a distinguished visitor to various universities. He has suggested many changes for the improvement of Legal Education in India. He also serves as a board member at various National Law Schools, steering various policy issues. He is the member of Academic Council of National Law University, Delhi. His areas of specialization include Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Human Rights Law, Laws of Elections, Refugee and Humanitarian Law. He held the UNHCR Chair on Refugee Law and has keen interest in IT administration and infrastructure.